World Cup play-off: Kazakhstan 0-8 Ireland recap
First reported 8 Oct, 07:01 UTCUpdated 2d ago4 sources
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The Republic of Ireland all but secured their place in the World Cup play-off final with a merciless 8-0 victory over Kazakhstan in Astana. Here's how it happened.
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Republic of Ireland boss Carla Ward would not be drawn on whether the FAI have opened talks over a contract extension, and said she's "obsessed" with guiding the Girls in Green to the World Cup in Brazil next summer.
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- How can home nations reach Women's World Cup? (opens BBC News in a new tab)
England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Scotland and the Republic of Ireland are among those hoping to qualify for next year's Women's World Cup. What awaits them in the play-offs?
- 'Obsessed' Ward bats away contract talk ahead of play-off (opens RTÉ News in a new tab)
Republic of Ireland boss Carla Ward would not be drawn on whether the FAI have opened talks over a contract extension, and said she's "obsessed" with guiding the Girls in Green to the World Cup in Brazil next summer.
- 'Obsessed' Ward brushes aside Villa talk before Ireland playoff (opens CNA in a new tab)
- Ireland face Kazakhstan at midday in first of possible four matches in World Cup play-offs (opens TheJournal.ie in a new tab)
Carla Ward’s side are overwhelming favourites in Astana.



